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The Three Faces of Terror
In the first story two grave robbers, thieving from an ancient Etruscan burial ground, gets in trouble when one of them tries out a ring which passes a werewolf curse to him! The second one is about a woman who wants to look like her best friend and goes to a plastic surgeon, which is the biggest mistake she's done. The third story is about three friends and a very dangerous sea monster eating its way through their camping site! The wrap-around story is set on a train where John Phillip Law plays a mystical hypnotist who claims that he can see the past of the passengers...
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Plot Summary
A young woman inherits a mysterious antique dollhouse from her estranged aunt. As she begins to restore it, unsettling events start to occur, blurring the lines between reality and the supernatural. The dollhouse seems to hold dark secrets and malevolent energy, affecting those who come into contact with it. She must uncover the truth behind its origins before she becomes its next victim.
Critical Reception
The film received a largely negative reception from critics, who cited its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and reliance on jump scares. Audience response was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the horror elements uninspired and the overall execution lacking. It failed to make a significant impact in the horror genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a derivative plot and uninspired scares.
Performances are a highlight, but cannot salvage the weak script.
A forgettable entry in the supernatural horror genre.
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Fun Fact
Carrie Fisher, known for her role as Princess Leia in Star Wars, plays the aunt who leaves the cursed dollhouse to the protagonist.
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